Ravi Kondru

Cloud Architect

Executive Summary & Candidate Overview

Ravi is a highly skilled Cloud Architect with a proven track record in designing and implementing Azure cloud solutions for enterprise-scale projects. With expertise in Azure infrastructure, networking, security, and identity and access management (IAM), he brings valuable insights into ensuring the reliability, security, and scalability of cloud environments. Ravi's hands-on experience with Azure core services and strong understanding of regulatory requirements in industries like pharma, healthcare, and banking make him a valuable asset for organizations seeking innovative cloud solutions.

Accomplishments and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Led the design, provisioning, and support of Azure PaaS and IaaS services for enterprise-scale projects, driving improvements in scalability and operability.
Successfully provisioned Azure solutions and resources for various business units, ensuring alignment with functional/non-functional specifications.
Reviewed and optimized cloud architectures according to best practices, resulting in enhanced security guardrails and cost optimizations.
Interacted with clients to provide cloud platform support, addressing their needs and making recommendations to optimize cloud environments.
Contributed to the promotion of cloud offerings internally and externally, driving pipeline growth and opportunities for the cloud function.

Work Experience

Cloud Architect New York City School Construction Authority - New York, NY (March 2023 - Present)

Design, provision, and support Azure PaaS and IaaS services, contributing to technical architecture, implementation, and operational management.
Provide technical and functional guidance to junior team members, reviewing architectures, and making recommendations on security guardrails and cost optimizations.
Interact with business users, application teams, and development teams to provide cloud platform support and make recommendations based on client needs.

Cloud Architect Bank of America - Remote (October 2022 - January 2023)

Worked with Microsoft Architects and External Consultants to ensure alignment of architecture, design principles, and standards with enterprise architecture direction.
Designed and implemented database solutions using Azure blob storage, ensuring effective data storage and retrieval.
Produced high-level and low-level design documents and conducted trainings on cloud technologies.

Technical Lead - SQL Server DBA Cognizant Technology Solutions - Hyderabad, Telangana (April 2013 - December 2015)

Implemented SQL Server logins, roles, and authentication modes, monitored SQL Server performance, and resolved performance issues.
Managed SQL Server backups, reviewed SQL Server error logs, and coordinated with onsite personnel for storage migration and database restoration activities.

SQL Server DBA Capgemini - Hyderabad, Telangana (July 2008 - April 2013)

Monitored disk space and scheduled routine jobs, alerts, and maintenance plans for SQL Server instances.
Applied service packs and security patches, managed SQL Server backups, and reviewed SQL Server and SQL Server Agent error logs.

Location and Travel

Open to: Remote Roles, On-Site Roles.
Remote Roles: Open to discussing remote opportunities based on position and requirements.
Compensation Seeking: Competitive salary aligned with industry standards and role expectations.
Position Seeking: Cloud Architect roles.